Nagaland PSC NCS, NPS & Allied Services 2025-26
Nagaland PSC NCS/NPS recruitment 2025-26: 96 vacancies, prelims result out, syllabus, exam pattern, answer key, cut-off, salary and apply guide on npsc.nagaland.gov.in.
Total Vacancies
96
Department
Nagaland Public Service Commission
Age Limit
21-30 years
Qualification
Graduation (any discipline); final-year candidates may apply
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Latest NPSC Updates
Last updated: 5 June 2026
- Nagaland PSC Prelims result has been declared on the official website.
- The Nagaland Civil Services Exam (NCS) 2025-26 is ongoing for 96 vacancies across 21 posts.
- NPSC NCS Prelims was held on 13 December 2025; provisional answer key was released on 22 December 2025.
- Mains examination was held on 20 April 2026 — await Mains result and Interview dates on npsc.nagaland.gov.in.
- Selection process: Prelims (screening) → Mains (600 marks) → Interview / Viva Voce.
- Check syllabus, exam pattern, cut-off and salary guides for preparation.
Nagaland PSC Prelims result is declared. Mains was held on 20 April 2026 — check npsc.nagaland.gov.in for Mains result and interview updates.
Official Note
NPSC NCS/NPS & Allied Services — 96 vacancies. Prelims held 13 Dec 2025; Mains on 20 Apr 2026. Prelims result declared.
2026 Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) |
| Exam Name | NCS, NPS & Allied Services Examination 2025-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 96 |
| Application Window | 30 October – 12 November 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 13 December 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | 20 April 2026 |
| Qualification | Graduation (any discipline) |
| Age Limit | 21 – 30 years (category relaxations apply) |
| Application Fee | ₹300 + ₹25 convenience fee + payment gateway charges |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Interview / Viva Voce |
| Exam Help Desk | 9402988506 (10:00 AM – 3:00 PM) |
Post-wise Vacancies
| Post | Vacancies | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Extra Assistant Commissioner | 6 | Personnel & Administrative Reforms |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police | 3 | Home (Police) |
| BDO / RDO / APO | 6 | Rural Development |
| District Commandant | 1 | Home Guards, Civil Defence & SDRF |
| Inspector of Excise | 2 | Excise & Prohibition |
| Station Superintendent | 1 | Transport |
| Assistant Regional Transport Officer | 2 | Transport |
| Assistant Public Relations Officer | 1 | Information & Public Relations |
| Assistant Research Officer | 2 | Art & Culture |
| Secretariat Assistant | 30 | Personnel & Administrative Reforms |
| Project Assistant | 2 | Tribal Affairs |
| Inspector of Industries / Economic Investigator | 20 | Industries & Commerce |
| Information Assistant | 1 | Information & Public Relations |
| Technical Assistant | 4 | Labour & Employment / Skill Development |
| Social Study Instructor (Allied) | 1 | Labour & Employment |
| Assistant Auditor | 6 | Treasuries & Accounts |
| Proof Reader | 1 | Art & Culture |
| Platoon Commander (Sub-Inspector) | 2 | Home Guards |
| Sub-Inspector | 2 | Home (Police) |
| Assistant Jailor | 2 | Directorate of Prisons |
| Sub-Inspector (Backlog 2021) | 1 | Nagaland Lokayukta |
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 30 October 2025
- Last Date to Apply
- 12 November 2025
- Exam Date
- 13 December 2025
- Age Cut-off Date
- 12 November 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification & Apply Online | 30 Oct – 12 Nov 2025 |
| Prelims Exam | 13 December 2025 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 22 December 2025 |
| Answer Key Objections | 5 – 9 January 2026 |
| Prelims Result | Declared (official website) |
| Mains Exam | 20 April 2026 |
| Interview / Viva Voce | To be announced |
Exam Pattern 2026
Nagaland PSC uses a three-stage pattern: Prelims (screening), Mains (merit), and Interview. Prelims marks do not count toward final selection.
- Prelims: 200 objective questions, 200 marks, 3 hours (OMR sheet)
- Negative marking: 0.33 mark deducted per wrong answer in Prelims and GS Paper-I (Mains)
- Prelims is qualifying/screening — marks not added to final merit
- Mains total: 600 marks across three papers
Preliminary Examination (Screening Test)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Prelims — General Studies (all sections combined) | 200 | 200 |
| Total (Prelims) | 200 | 200 |
Mains Examination (Compulsory Papers)
Six compulsory papers for all candidates — each 200 marks, 3 hours. Papers I and II are descriptive; Papers III–VI are objective (MCQs).
| Paper | Subject | Format | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Essay, Comprehension and Grammar | Descriptive | 200 |
| Paper 2 | General Studies Paper-I | Objective (MCQ) | 200 |
| Paper 3 | General Studies Paper-II | Descriptive | 200 |
Subject-Wise Syllabus
Prelims — General Science (0 Marks)
- Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics
- Everyday science applications
- Environmental science
Prelims — History (0 Marks)
- Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern
- Nagaland history & freedom movement
- Post-independence era
Prelims — Nagaland & Geography (0 Marks)
- Nagaland geography, tribes and culture
- Indian geography — physical and economic
- Natural resources
Prelims — Indian Polity & Economy (0 Marks)
- Constitution, governance, Panchayati Raj
- Indian economy, budgeting, schemes
- Nagaland administration
Prelims — Indian National Movement (0 Marks)
- Freedom struggle leaders and events
- Nagaland integration and statehood
Prelims — General Mental Ability (0 Marks)
- Logical reasoning
- Quantitative aptitude
- Data interpretation
Prelims — Current Events (0 Marks)
- National and international current affairs
- Nagaland-specific news
- Science & technology developments
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination — 200 MCQs (OMR), screening only; marks not counted in final merit
- Mains Examination — 3 papers totalling 600 marks (Essay + GS-I objective + GS-II descriptive)
- Interview / Viva Voce — personality and suitability assessment
- Document Verification & Medical
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Graduation (any discipline); final-year candidates may apply
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 30 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 33 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 35 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 40 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 12 November 2025.
Salary & Perks
Nagaland PSC posts are paid as per the 7th Pay Commission. In-hand salary ranges from about ₹81,460/month (Level 8) to ₹2,07,839/month (Level 13) depending on the post, plus DA, HRA and other allowances. Probation is typically 2 years.
| Group | Pay Level | Pay Scale | In-Hand (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EAC / DSP | 13 | Pay Matrix Level 13 | ₹2,07,839/month |
| Asst. Election / Employment Officer | 12 | Pay Matrix Level 12 | ₹1,36,516/month |
| ARO / Inspector / Station Superintendent | 11 | Pay Matrix Level 11 | ₹1,18,645/month |
| Secretariat Assistant | 10 | Pay Matrix Level 10 | ₹99,969/month |
| Supply / Labour Inspector | 8 | Pay Matrix Level 8 | ₹81,460/month |
Previous Year Cut Off
Nagaland PSC cut-off marks are published after each exam stage on npsc.nagaland.gov.in. Cut-off varies by category and depends on vacancies, paper difficulty and candidate performance. Score above cut-off to qualify for Mains and Interview.
WBCS Prelims Cut Off 2025
| Category | Cut Off |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | See official PDF |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | See official PDF |
| Other reserved categories | See official PDF |
Apply Kaise Karein
- Visit the official NPSC website at npsc.nagaland.gov.in.
- Open the NCS, NPS & Allied Services 2025-26 notification and click Apply Online.
- Register with name, email and mobile number; verify OTP if required.
- Fill personal, educational and category details accurately.
- Upload photograph, signature and required certificates as per notification.
- Pay ₹300 examination fee plus convenience and gateway charges online.
- Submit the form and download or print the confirmation page for records.
- You can apply to only one recruitment cycle per notification — duplicate applications may be rejected.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is the Nagaland PSC age limit for 2026? v
General candidates must be 21–30 years as on the cut-off date in the notification. Category relaxations apply for ST and other reserved categories per Nagaland rules.
How many vacancies are there in NPSC NCS/NPS 2025-26? v
NPSC has announced 96 vacancies across 21 posts including EAC, DSP, Secretariat Assistant and allied services.
When is Nagaland PSC Mains 2026? v
Mains is scheduled for 20 April 2026. Admit card will be released about 7 days before the exam on npsc.nagaland.gov.in.
Is there negative marking in Nagaland PSC Prelims? v
Yes. A penalty of 0.33 marks is deducted for each wrong answer in the Prelims MCQ paper (200 questions, 200 marks).